Kuala Lumpur:The Works Ministry has announced a target to achieve 20 to 30 percent adoption of the Industrialised Building System (IBS), modular construction, and Building Information Modelling (BIM) by 2030.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Works Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi emphasized that this target, outlined in the Modular Construction Roadmap 2026-2030, is essential for meeting public infrastructure demands, particularly for school construction under the 13th Malaysia Plan. The initiative aims to enhance construction methods in Malaysia, focusing on speed, efficiency, sustainability, and quality through indigenous technology.

The announcement was made during the International Construction Week (ICW) and BuildXpo Malaysia 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre, an event attended by approximately 20,000 participants and over 200 international exhibitors. The event was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and marks the 28th edition of ICW, organized in collaboration with the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Malaysia and Qube Integrated Malaysia.

Addressing the sector's economic impact, Nanta noted that the construction industry's current four percent contribution to the GDP does not fully represent its entire value chain, emphasizing the interdependence with the manufacturing sector. He also acknowledged the challenges posed by geopolitical tensions affecting logistics and fuel supply costs but assured that the entry of Indonesian workers remains stable despite potential disruptions.

The ICW 2026, aligned with the Malaysia MADANI framework, showcases BuildXPO Malaysia as its official trade exhibition, co-located with Glasstech Asia and Fenestration Asia.